a fashion journal where modesty, a love of fashion, and a houseful of kids coexist... or at least try to

Monday, June 7, 2010

Hits & Misses

First off, I must just get this off my chest. My 5'9" size 12 shoe wearing baby is graduating from 8th grade tomorrow....when did that happen? I don't know when I got old enough to have a child who is my height and can share shoes with my hubby. Graduation is a big deal out here, I have heard that most other places it is no biggyat all but it is out here and I had a great time with him picking out each detail of his outfit. I have also been teasing him that I am wearing a matching outfit so we can be alike, for some reason he seems to be terrified of the idea (tee....hee...).

Okay now to my regular stuff. Here is what I wore to work Friday night. I have found that I run around 10 times more at the Loft then I did at Macy's and add that to the fact that are floors are hardwood and my work shoe options are getting more and more limited!

Dress: Trulli for the Loft '09

Denim Capris-Loft

Belt-Kohls

Shoes-Loft

Here is what I wore to work the next morning, not my favorite but I was tired . My hubby took the photo and just like a man, he does not to seem to realize that shoes are part of the outfit. I am really liking the Loft's pencil skirts, they are super flattering for those of us with curves. I just wish they'd come out with some more colors.

Jackie Cardigan-J Crew

Tank-Loft

Necklaces-Loft

Pencil Skirt-Loft

Shoes-Bandolino

And here is what I wore to church on Sunday. I grabbed the dress off eBay for about $20. I have tried to stay away from impulse buys on eBay but I broke my rule here and luckily it worked out. I really like the coral print.

16 comments:

I just discovered your blog recently & I love seeing all of your great outfits. Not to mention, LOFT is one of my favorite stores- because it is more affordable than my other favorites (JCrew & Anthropologie) so I especially love your LOFT outfits. I was also wondering about your hair routine? Your hair is so pretty & I was wondering how you get the nice curl/wave? Thanks for all of the inspiration!! Also, my oldest is starting 1st grade & my baby is starting preschool next year- I don't know what I am going to do when I have *no* little ones at home (I know it is only for a few hours/day but still).....so I know how you feel. It is so bittersweet to watch them grow & spread their wings....

I love all your outfits, too! They are always so perfect. I esp. love the first look with that belt!

Congratulations on the graduate! 8th grade graduation was huge for me, too. We had a prom and then the whole cap and gown ceremony. I think it's such a milestone-middle school to high school. Time goes fast!

I recently started reading your blog and think its great. I went to the loft to check it out and was impressed. Many other bloggers appear to be very petite - I love the fact that you are closer to "normal" (but still thin!)

You look amazing in all three pics, as usual!:) Im actually selling that ruffled tunic on Ebay right now. Just didnt fit me as nicely as it did you last year when I saw it on you and HAD to have it.;)SarahHandbagsnPigtails.blogspot.com

What misses? I see nothing but GREAT outfits here - love all three looks! You always get it just right when you pair things together. That coral dress is a-mazing on you, I can't wait to look in my closet and see how I can mix those colors - LOVE.

I can't believe you are going to have a high schooler. Impossible! I keep looking for the pause button, but no luck - it goes SO FAST!!!

My biggest baby graduated 8th grade last June and what a way to make me feel old, sad and sentimental all at the same time!It is such a weird feeling isn't it?As weird as it is to look up from my 5'1 spot to his 6 footness.Where did my life go?

I just stopped by Loft today and of course walked away with a bag full of goodies! Your outfits are so cute... Especially love the last one with the Celosia sweater. You rock every outfit...not a single miss In my book! And congrats to your son on graduation!!! You look far too young to have a high schooler! =). Have a great day!!

I was so psyched to see that coral print dress! I have the same one in a teal print from JCrew from about 5 or 6 years ago. It was hanging in my closet because I wasnt sure how to wear it again. It looks great on you!

I perked up when I saw your J Crew ebay dress fine--I cannot tell you how much ebay gets me into trouble!! I can find anything and everything on ebay! My favorite store is Anthropologie and if I miss out on an item online- more than likely I can find it on ebay eventually...

Love the Loft pencil skirt - I believe I have the exact same one - what I love most (other than the comfort) is that they are the exact right length on me - i.e., not too long. Now I know where to look in fall for the perfect winter black pencil skirt...